I have specific playlists for different books and characters. So, I need to have those with me. It helps me get into the mindset of the book.

Perfect heroines, like perfect heroes, aren't relatable, and if you can't put yourself in the protagonist's shoes, not only will they not inspire you, but the book will be pretty boring.

You're a reader as well as a writer, so write what you'd want to read.

I can see why you like it here," he said,making a sweeping gesture that encompassed Kyle's collection of movie posters and science fiction books. "There's a thin layer of nerd all over everything." said Jace. "Thanks. I appreciate that." Simon gave Jace a hard look.

Books are for reading, not for turning oneself into livestock.